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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa celebrates after a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Iowa had 235 total yards as a team.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 3 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 14, 2023

Pete Ruden's (4-2, $363) Picks: Iowa -28.5 I know laying four touchdowns with Iowa sounds insane.  Believe me, I had no interest in backing the Hawkeyes this week — until Action Network senior...

Point/Counterpoint | Which Iowa football rivalry trophy is best?

Point/Counterpoint | Which Iowa football rivalry trophy is best?

Brad Schultz and Matt McGowan September 12, 2023

Cy-Hawk Compared to Iowa football’s other rivalry trophies, the Cy-Hawk trophy might not be the most uniquely named or elaborately decorated. It isn’t even an actual piece of livestock, either. Instead,...

Iowa prepares to take the field during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13.

Iowa football notebook | Cade McNamara feels healthy, Western Michigan’s fast tempo creates challenges

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 12, 2023

The Iowa football team reclaimed the Cy-Hawk trophy with a 20-13 win against rival Iowa State on Sept. 9.  Now, the Hawkeyes will close out their non-conference schedule this Saturday with a less...

Iowa defensive lineman Noah Shannon prepares for to run a play during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. Shannon had a total of one tackle during the game.

Iowa defensive tackle Noah Shannon’s season-long suspension upheld by NCAA

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 12, 2023

Hawkeye defensive tackle Noah Shannon’s appeal was denied by the NCAA, Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz said Tuesday. Shannon was suspended for the entire season in August because of sports...

Sep 7, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (25) is tackled by Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) and safety Kerby Joseph (31) during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL: Week 1

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter September 11, 2023

There are 37 former Iowa football players currently on active National Football League rosters or practice squads. Here are some of the storylines for former Hawkeyes after Week 1 of the NFL season.  Rookies...

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro celebrates during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Castro had three solo tackles.

Iowa Football Week 2 Column | Hawkeyes should be proud of Cy-Hawk victory, but shouldn’t be satisfied with poor offensive performance

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 10, 2023

Unlike the week prior, there was no magic in Iowa football’s performance against Iowa State on Saturday. Instead, the Hawkeye defense and special teams did their job while the offense lagged well...

Iowa offensive linemen Nick DeJong and Rusty Feth carry the Cy-Hawk Trophy after a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13.

Photos: Iowa football at Iowa State – Cy-Hawk game

Ayrton Breckenridge and Grace Smith September 9, 2023

Iowa defeated Iowa State, 20-13, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9. The Cyclones led both in time of possession and total yards. Iowa State had 290 yards and 33:30 minutes with the ball...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson carries the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Patterson had one touch down on the day.

Iowa football’s Jaziun Patterson headlines Hawkeyes’ rushing attack with his downhill style

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

AMES, IA – During Iowa football’s 20-13 road victory over Iowa State on Saturday, Hawkeye running back Jaziun Patterson was “willing to throw his body for the team.”  The redshirt freshman...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz touches the Kinnick Statue before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz notches 200th career win with 20-13 win over Iowa State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 9, 2023

Despite the Iowa football team’s 20-13 win over the Iowa State Cyclones on Saturday, head coach Kirk Ferentz had tears in his eyes. That’s because the win at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa,...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey catches the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.

Iowa football defeats Iowa State, 20-13, behind strong performance from defense and special teams

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

AMES, IA – Iowa football defeated Iowa State, 20-13, on Saturday afternoon at Jack Trice Stadium. On the road for the first time this season, the Hawkeyes almost let the hostile atmosphere get the...

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro prepares to tackle Utah State running back Davon Booth during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa football’s Sebastian Castro’s pick-six

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

The momentum seemed to switch to the Cyclones late in the second quarter, as Iowa QB Cade McNamara threw his first interception in the Black and Gold. Just two plays later, such a potential shift was...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Highlight to Watch: Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson’s first career TD

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson is making a statement in just his sixth collegiate game. The 5-foot-1o, 204-pounder had scampered for a 59-yard rush on Iowa's first drive of the afternoon before...